My dog was IN HIS YARD. at an animal hospital or pound for at least 3 hrs a week for 1-2 months so Dogs generally dont like things that are unfamiliar to them. Unfortunately I am going through this personally and was looking for advise, but am appalled at some peoples careless attitudes. I know this dog is going to do something terrible as I have seen & heard how they train him/her. The the cat chased him a little, the dog lay down and the cat started patting the dogs face until it AGAIN put its mouth on the cats head. They all got along fine. They didnt become puppies, but, well, they became good guard dogs. I can stop a dog from being agressive in just 10 minutes a day! We own 2 dogs and 2 cats. As an animal lover and having 2 large breed dogs, 7 indoor cats and one outdoor cat, I make sure that I am a responsible pet owner, but that is not the case for people who live in my area. Answer (1 of 10): I would disagree with some of what Taniena Sakemana has said. Dominance displays and hierarchy. She stated he most likly has superficial injuries (bruising pulled mussels). Im sorry but dogs shouldnt be allowed to run wild and untrained through out the neighborhood. I believe that she gets her 2 cents worth in early but I do not allow her to pick on the dogs nor the dogs to harrass her. When my dog was younger, and much smaller, she would take turns being chased by the cat, then chasing him back. Call ahead if you can so they'll expect you and have time to prepare. Use some of the non-physical punishments mentioned above in this article. Let us explore the reasons for the question Why is my cat suddenly attacking my dog? Then my neice decided to adopt a shelter dog that is a year old and was very well behaved. Therefore, they will watch for that signal that a trip outside is on its way. has a temperament that would make it likely to attack a human given a My dog had the neighbors cat by the midsection and was shaking her like a ragdoll on my property. Odunayo said. We ended up with 15 dis-owned, violent dogs, people kept on dropping off. Somehow it seems to me if you treat and teach your animals with love that how they behave. So how should I not blame the dogs & thier owners. What is happening here is primal behavior, plain and simple. Negative experience impacts animals a lot. Ive seen those dogs countless times running up and down the street nabbing pets like, puppies, kittens & rabbits back to thier property and basically ripping them apart alive. Why should have to keep my cat inside he likes to sit out on the porch and enjoy the sun. We had a really large, young black lab staying with us for a while, Henry, and he was real curious about the cats, but not aggressive. She was on my property, and the dogs entered my property, and squeezed under the partially opened garage door. However she did survive, but the shelter uthanized the dog. I will cry myself to sleep for nights because I am responsible and am trying to do the right thing for this usually happy, but abused dog. I will put her down because she might kill a neighbors cat or child. The hardest part was having to hold her and have her watch me watch her die. To keep itself safe from being attacked, it attacks first. Cats are naturally driven by three things primarily: Hunting Territory Reproduction If your cat has disappeared or perhaps your cat frequently disappears and returns 2-3 days later, one of the above-mentioned topics might be the reason your cat is missing. What should you do if a dog attacks your cat? they can SEE what animals go through as a result of similar negligence. I am convinced it is shock, because is cannot be a lung collapse, fractured bone or intestinal bleeding. I later saw this done with many other vicious dogs, at the farm I lived at. So she got lucky!! I understand that there are some dogs that dont know to leave the cat, or whatever small animal, alone, even if they are not running away from them, but that is where the owner has to step in and let the dog know that this behavior is unacceptable, period. I had one especially disturbing one, and I am wondering what you think about it. Period. Why a dog would attack a cat or a human attack another human etc probabl;y will never be known. But should the dog be destroyed? If your dog has a strong prey drive (the inclination to seek out, chase and potentially capture animals seen as prey usually smaller animals such as cats or rabbits), she might become very focused on the cat. Now, my dog is a bit too big to play chase and she knows it, so when he smacks her, she'll rush at him for a moment, then stop. A co worker has strict rules for her dog. If your cat has suffered extensive physical injury, the use of anesthetics in addition to surgery may be required. You can try striking the dog with a board or heavy club, such as a golf club, but there is a risk the dog will then turn its attention and aggression on you. She would not listen to any command even though she was very well trained. I work with a rescue and have adopted many cats and every adoption agreement I have ever seen for cats says you must agree not to declaw or allow them to go outside. I will not allow my cat to chase birds and kill them. They live with us, they are our companions and it is our duty to protect them to the best of our ability. As soon as soon as she tried something, it was back in the cage for 24 hours. You may not realize the dog has an aggression problem until the first time, which should then be addressed with proper training to prevent future incidents. They are best friends [emoji]128516[/emoji]. rasied with cats, they generally did NOT..however, I can tell you they The brain. She wasnt used to children so one time a man came with his five year old grandson and, I told Sister that he was a baby, so shed be good. The pit bull owner came over and actually cussed out my entire family while we waited for the cops. Now Ive told both my dogs off & have ignored them since the attack but can someone tell me how I can stop our husky from attacking cats & how do I stop them from coming into our garden, as thats our dogs territory, so I cant really find it in my heart to really blame them for protecting it against any other animal that wants to enter!! me on a hot day.he didnt bit me, but did nip and frighten me enough to But a more pressing topic: My terrier just attacked my pet mouse. Develop the tech skills you need for work and life. I was frustrated as they have been together for 3 years and this is her home and she shouldnt have to worry about being harmed in her own home. If dogs and cats are to get along, it seems to be a necessity of having them learn as puppies and kittens about coexistence. They arent hungry, they dont have autopilot that makes them kill, its fun, they like it and will continue to do so until they are taught that it is not in their best interest to keep up that activity. but the young dog has grown up with the older one. A cat with bone or spinal injuries must lie flat on a firm surface, such as a sturdy board. Cat attacks dog unprovoked situation is nothing new for pet owners. Cats are natural out-door inhabitors..regardless of what you idiot cat-haters think. The cat was in our yard on the back porch and the dog saw it and went to chase it off of our property but the cat just sat there and sliced a foot long laseration on his belly and groin area that required internal stitches and staples. If you see the owner's information, contact the owner to come get the dog. Too dangerous. They must also proof or test their animals in a variety of situations to really know if they are trully trained. Id let her out and let her eat. It may seem like a cat is attacking your dog unprovoked. It is breaking my heart, but right now MY cat is in surgery because MY dog attacked it. Gloria Serge can be seen walking down the bank of a lake with her small dog . I have been on both sides of the coin. Will update if the cat comes back to it's owner, apparently it goes missing for days anyway. Unfortunately, this is the second time in a year my cat has been attacked by this dog and he was not so fortunate the first time. We dont see her or her vicious little dog anymore. This bothers me, why they dont make a law that would protect some kind of animals to be safe and protected by others. ALWAYS GET IN TOUCH WITH YOUR PERSONAL VETERINARIAN AND USE INFORMATION HERE AS GENERAL ADVICE. NO. All 6 of my cats currently live side by side with my two adopted dogs and you frequently find them sleeping curled up in piles of dog and cat. it was extremely sad. Dogs like that should not be owned by anyone and should be put down, no question about it. I have been doing rescues for over 30 years. They may hiss at other cats, your dog, and at you. They would wait for her to walk through a doorway, each of them crouched down on either side of it. I could fence in an area of the yard to help protect them, but this giant dog can jump the five-foot fence around his own yard. In addition to a full physical exam, your veterinarian will perform other diagnostics, such as bloodwork, urinalysis, and chest x-rays. But, a pack of dogshowever obedientstill have instincts that can trigger something when another animal intrudes on their area of containment. Do not attempt to treat the cat's injuries yourself. If this is the case, close the door and begin feeding each animal on his or her side of the door: The cat eats his food in his room, right next to the door, and the dog eats her meal on the other side of the door. We tried being extra nice to her, but she still misbehaved. I worked at the local shelter here. EDUCATE yourselves and then share that education with everyone you know that is a pet owner. Your frustration level goes down along with the animals frustration level and they are much happier pets because you will be a much happier owner. Check your local laws it may be legal for you to shoot the dog if you feel threatened. If you have a sandbox in your yard, you should cover it securely to keep the stray cat from using it as a litter box. The dog MUST be desensitized to cats and other animals on all levels. My dog and cats are now permanently separated, because I dont know if this will happen again, but Im not willing to take that chance. The cats are inside cats. You just need to go get it. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Veterinarian, author, advocate for alternative, natural solutions for dog and cat health, Dr. Andrew Jones, DVM I agree that this is a horrific accident and Dr. Andrew you were undoubtedly running on high emotion and adrenaline when you wrote your e-letter. By giving your dog physical punishment you can stop it from doing those activities for a short period of time. Then, as she appeared in the doorway, on of them would jump up, grab her around the neck with both paws and give her a nip, let go and both cats would tear off in the other direction. And youre a doctor? She also protected baby kittens and any kind of baby animal. If someone has cats, take responsibility. she just about had one up the tree when she was just a year. Now all these animals have grown up together, they sleep together, they play together, they all eat in the same room on seperate sides of the room. You cannot euthanize a dog if both animals were loose outside. Cat hissing is nothing but a warning not to disturb them. Hissing, swatting at your dog, and biting your dog are all signs that show that your cat is jealous of your dog. This boy has responded extremely well to obedience training. I could not keep a bobcat for a pet, no matter how wonderful he was when with me or my family. I feel the difference between euthanizing a He doesnt even hurt the dog. Laws on the books wrt. With careful observation of your cats communication signals, youll usually see warning signs, such as: Quickly turning his head toward a persons hand. Giving feather toys can be the best option. I have a couple in our street with 2 of the most aggressive street dogs i have ever seen. My cat, Sassi, was attacked yesterday by my neighbors dog. Theyre so much fun. People have a habit Very saddened, but never blamed the dogs. I have 2 dogs and 4 cats. Some dogs get more aggressive if the cat scratches and hurts them. My girlfriend and I adopted our first ever kitten 3 months ago at 8 weeks. The cats owners just dont think the law applies to them. So as far as the comments made about these things happen to unresponsible owners I would disagree as I consider myself a responsible owner who has not had any problems with the animals before. One good thing is that many courts are getting harder on people with animals like this. Huge difference in age etc. Some cats like it when their owner appreciates it. Recently the dogs attacked and killed 1 of the three cats. Should I take my cat to the vet after a cat fight? An Easy Escape By nature, dogs were made to roam. I will never understand how anyone would want to keep one of these horrible dogs as a pet. Sadly your only defense is to keep your cat inside even on your own property since the right of dog owners to let their crap hounds roam is seldom questioned. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years. But they all have trimmed nails, too. There was a 24 running near the top of the fence, and there were numerous knot holes in the fence. They each have to wait patiently until the other one comes in. I think maybe somebody who had her when she was a puppy might have been abusing her and maybe that is why she goes for the throat. Bite wounds encountered in cats, though severe and invasive, can be tolerated and extensive surgical management can result in successful outcomes even under suboptimal conditions. To say the least, if I hear this neighbor woman and/or her kids sic that damnable dog on me, my cats, or anything else, I am going to have them prosecuted for all Im worth..or them..because my cats never killed a damned thing, but their dog has & will continue now more than ever. He is limping but using all of his legs. They have to sharpen. 234K views, 5 likes, 1 loves, 0 comments, 0 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from 123 GO: Huggy Wuggy is missing! We took this one the vet and he is ok. We have one female dog and she is just coming out of heat, none of these animals have ever been like this what could be causing this and how do we stop it????? its almost abuse! The above methods can help you to create a friendly bond between your dog and cat. Intravenous fluid therapy is typically administered in cases of shock. Her guardian made the right decision in my opinion to have her euthanized. Even though a cat is not prey for a dog, sometimes it can view it like that. If you wish to be a responsible pet owner, the FIRST thing you do is get the pet spayed or neutered. Its hard, next to impossible to teach your cat to stay in your yard like you can teach your dog to do. Even with open doors, they stay in the house. We cannot go into stores without a dog trying to sniff nearby. They need to understand that the Alpha (that would be you) does not find chasing other animals acceptable. Both her and I were upset she really was a sweet little cat. In fact, its pretty common for dogs to want to hurt cats. That is so unacceptable, this is why these things happen. Final Verdict Cat Attacks Dog Unprovoked. She really touched a lot of peoples lives in the short time she was with us. I didnt know what to do, I phoned the vet and she told us to meet her. Based on this reason, it can be used as self-defense. Each dog (and each cat) is an individual and will learn at his or her own pace. If you think, Why is my cat suddenly attacking my dog? there might be a reason for this. I live in an area where there are coyotes and mountain lions, so my cat if she goes out, goes out a window that opens into a completely enclosed dog run. My two current dogs are secure in my garden, but any cat that comes into my garden they would give chase & I am sure the pack element would kick in if they caught it. Be aware that emergency veterinary care is expensive. Will my dog chase other cats. We taught our cat no nails. situation where it was cornered or teasedby innocent children perhaps. Just like you cant get upset about a cat killing birds or mice; its what they do. If you see the cat being attacked by the dog, you must act quickly to break up the fight. There is no contest there and the GSD is alpha anyway. They were stray cats. Home Miscellaneous Question: Was My Cat Attacked By A Dog. I dont know what is going on he just attacked on of my cats tonight. Then they get angry. Reading the post about the kitty and the beagle playing together, I remembered how my two kitties, Smudge and Stumpy, used to terrorize my old dog, Shelby. I am responsible. Your only jobs are to give her initial first aid and get her to a veterinary hospital. The cat bites and scratches your legs due to severe stress, anxiety, illness, or pain experienced by the pet. Dont rush through it. All I can say is if one my cats ever gets out of the house accidentally, and this dog hurts it, this dog WILL be euthanized. not. If your dog is too fixated on the cat, you can try desensitization, the goal of which is to reduce your dogs reaction to the cat by gradually increasing her exposure to him. Motion aggression can be counter conditioned to no longer be a problem. ESPECIALLY IF THEY GO OUTSIDE. The cat may eat because it holds a grudge against you or one of your guests treated it with disdain. But, having an outdoor cat, you alwas have a risk that its going to get killed. You can always go to training for your animals to get along. Fear and anxiety in the veterinary clinic Thankfully, this is changing. My cats and dogs have always gotten along. Especially with sudden behaviour changes and aggression I would check on that. Remind you that these are domesticated animals, all of their food is given to them, they dont have to kill anymore. $1800.00~When can we sayenough is enough? I would not have considered euthanizing any of my dogs for killing a strange cat that climbed my fence in the night. The life of any animal lost to anything but natural causes is heartbreaking to me. She killed a few cats but it was because her guarding, protective nature kicked in. No excuse. I called the vet and she said that cats are resiliant and if he has spinal problems he would have problems with his legs. My dog was brutally attacked by the neighbors cat. I feel like the dog should be put down. My 14 yr old cat was attacked by the neighbor's dog in our back yard, the dog tore down our fence, all this happened a week ago. I think ALL the people out here calling themselves animal-lovers and cat-lovers, while possessing a dog and speaking here against putting-down a killer dog which has BUTCHERED and cruelly killed a feline cat (and that is the word; BUTCHERED, no other word correctly conveys the cruelty of the killer-dogs acts) are nothing short of HYPOCRITES!!! lol. He shook my cat and went after his stomach multiple times. The specific type of at-home care will depend on the extent of the cat's injuries. P.P.S. My 2 indoor cats always remain in the house by choice. I love them all!!! And when our son was born she and he became great friends. Watch for the rise and fall of her chest to indicate air going into her lungs. She is visibly disturbed and has been under the bed ALL DAY LONG. They sense our moods, follow our pointing gestures, and read us for information about whats going to happen next. Dog is loving, affectionate and submissive to us, but he is a guard dog. A few nights ago, I heard a thump on my back door. I have always had cats and dogs, raised together! We had a dog that we had gotten from the humane society. If your dog did enough damage to the cat to require a vet visit, I would say that the dog has poor bite inhibition a. If not, they know someone who is an owner and probably needs to be educated. If she is not breathing, reposition her neck and try again. Im sorryI dont know HOW to post at your blog. She doesnt seem to be harmed physically but she is not the same! Start appreciating your dog if it is friendly with your dog. To top it off she couldnt not see any problem with leaving out to run all night. It is cases like these where people must ponder what if this was my pet. I am very sorry for the cat I have two cats of my own. It takes alot of work on the part of the owner but worth the time. She was in obvious distress, and her chances of recovering from this were almost non-existent. Our neighbor just informed me their dog attacked my cat. it is EVER (attacking or NOT) found outside without being on a leash it When your cat is with your dog, be there. How do you know if your cat is traumatized? Sadly, Ive been put in a similar situation just recently. When I turned the outside light on the neighbors cat was on the step and I could see a large brown dog several feet away. Bite wounds on a cat often turn into abscesses, which are pockets of infection. Years have gone by and never have they attacked the cats before. I feel they are not being responsible and if she does bite another child they will be at fault! My choice is get rid of the cats(find homes for their own safety if I am lucky enough) or get rid of dog. Everyone was heartbroken and in tears.My mother was in tears and my girlfriend. She has not ate or drank anything since the incident. This would be because all of the dogs have been desensitized to the cats. One evening, I sent them all out the doggy door to potty before bed. Even though a cat is not prey for a dog, sometimes it can view it like that. % of people told us that this article helped them. people all have different opinions about cats. Antibiotics may be prescribed. I sadly have a story very similar to this. Uh, DUH! i am 17 and i live with my dad just about 30 minutes ago our family dog of 3 years attacked one of our cats we have 3,he has never acted out before he is a pittbull but well behaved he loves our cats and has never been like this.But the past few days he has been acting kinda depressed and our cat Marley walked by his biscuit when he was eating it and he blew up and went after her my dad couldnt get him to quit she seems fine but im upset with the fact that our dog has never been like this before he has been weird like this for about 3 days now acting out when the cats even go by his food. Im serious BIG time, Yes, Im a cat person primarily, but I also do love dogs.was raised with If your dog took your cats belongings then returning it can stop its hissing. How can I help the cat recover? Dogs have a natural instinct to go after other animals, cats included. I also know for a FACT they have trained their dog to pull cats (mine) off the wall. We were very careful with her and the dogs. Seeing how this dog is obviously vicious and lives in an apartment complex he should be put down. The dogs have been punished and are not allowed indoors. I slept in the office with her in the cage. The owner of the dog had a leash attached to the dog but didnt not have the leash in his hand. If it had a horrible experience, in the past, when it came across a dot. Do not attempt to muzzle her if she is having trouble breathing or has injuries to her mouth. There are so many good dogs needing to be adopted that aggressive dogs should be put down. The lifespan of an indoor/outdoor cat is considerably less then an indoor kitty. I dont feel Ike I want my dogs anymore. Listen to what your cat is telling you with her body and her actions. Continue to give the dog short viewings of the cat throughout the day. I have been feeding 3 cats for 4 years in a row. Dont give full access to your cat, if you get a new one. I checked in on him this AM and he was in a crouching position looking at me but does not want to come out. i am bothered because what if that dog will retaliate. These are supposed to be the higher class of animals, the civilized ones. This was completely out of character for the dog, who is not aggressive and has lived peaceably with cats for years. So I did the same thing the old monk did. I worked diligently with both dogs to know that the cat is not only off limits but the queen of the house. Like Cesar Millan the dog whisperer. We have another rescue dog that has taken all the pets out of depression and fear thankfully. Dogs always give a sign before they are going to do something. While living in Southern California, my back yard was enclosed by a 6 wooden fence. Everyone needs some education in this area whether they are a pet owner or not. Dont ignore your dog if it is hissing continuously. In every single case the owner has said well my dog wouldnt hurt a fly. a cat attacks dog unprovoked, it could be due to jealousy. The cat hid and later came home. What to Know, What human foods are dogs most allergic to? penned in areawith a ROOF if its a cat obviously). Also in the house are 2 other cats and a dog. I plan to pursue this legally. Most of the time it means that it is attacking due to fear or stress. Put your hand over the cat's muzzle, close her mouth, and breathe into her nostrils. You will also need to restrict the cat's activity and prevent her from jumping from furniture. And the dog will learn faster than the child and the dog doesnt talk back. So be sure to check the wound daily for signs of infection (see below). So, make sure your cat cant get past the gate you put up. Stepping on cats is a dangerous thing so be careful while trying to use negative reinforcement training to your cat. But Im really surprised and sad to hear you say that you would have no problem euthanizing a dog that has attacked a cat. If there is no blanket, then throw a splash of water on both of them. When I unwrapped the towel, I saw 2 gaping wounds, extending into her stomach and lungs. the cat was just sitting there he is very friendly and not scared of any thing. Also in this country cats have the right to roam & there is no leash restrictions for cats, but plenty of dog control orders in place. Her beloved cat had been killed the night before by the neighbors dog, which happened to be a husky. She has improved a lot from how she was when she was a puppy. Of course they are not allowed outside at night and they will not be together with other animals when not supervised. Spending time training your dog is our obligation, to have what turned out to be an 85 pound dog that I can walk down the street and he sits, lays on command, etc it was all worth it. Both dogs were not on leaches and I always told my girlfriend (whos dogs they really are) that the dogs should be on a leash. I certainly hope the answer is no and remains no. Well, when we came in the door we could not find the animals so we started looking and we found 4 of them in a smaller walk-in closet going crazy barking. a cat attacks dog unprovoked, there are reasons for this. So, it feels fearful out of insecurity. The cat should NOT have been allowed outside! It's plain crazy to not be prepared. Outward signs of internal bleeding including pale gums, a distended belly, and coughing up blood. I have always had cats, and they, for the most part, chose to remain inside the house. Copyright 2023 Four Paws Online Ltd. All rights reserved. Sunday, June 13th, my 95 lb., 3 1/2 year old shep mix suddenly attacked one of my cats that she grew up with. animals should be as unconditional as those for drunk driving in CA: if your pet is caught harming, you go straight to jail, no ifs ands or buts. Treating both of them equally can not develop much jealousy and anger between them. I miss him but dont blame him. The cat should have been supervised or not out if owners were not home. Cats in a veterinary clinic typically have a heart rate of at least 180 beats per minute. My cat was so afraid that she peed on herself! A 65-year-old man in Alabama died after being attacked by dogs Tuesday morning, according to the Jefferson County Coroner's Office. So, cat attacks dog unprovoked is nothing strange. Im not there to work for them with their dog. How to choose the right food for your cat. I couldnt imagine doing something like that to her. My cat does not leave the back yard~not allowed out at night~ever! 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